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Due to the large snowpack and unpredictable spring weather patterns, state officials are concerned about the potential for Northern Nevada to experience flooding in the coming months. The flooding could cause emergency workers to be wounded and exposed to the bacteria that causes tetanus. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), risks of wounds may be increased …

100 Years ago More Boys Join Colors — Young Men of Churchill go to Front in Vocations With Which They Are Familiar_ Churchill County continues to send men to the front showing that she has within her borders young men forward in defense of the country and its rights. Some of those enlisted through Corporal Roy Trippel have been mentioned …

The United States Geological Survey reports a 3.7 earthquake hit about 12 miles south of the Gardnerville Ranchos at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday. The quake was felt throughout Douglas County. No injuries or damage were reported. However, sheriff’s deputies and fire crews are busy responding to multiple wildfires in the county.
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The United States Geological Survey reports a 3.7 earthquake hit about 12 miles south of the Gardnerville Ranchos at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday. The quake was felt throughout Douglas County. No injuries or damage were reported. However, sheriff’s deputies and fire crews are busy responding to multiple wildfires in the county.
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An earthquake about nine miles southeast of the Gardnerville Ranchos was felt as far away as Carson City on Tuesday afternoon. The earthquake that happened at about 2:45 p.m. registered 3.7 on the Richter Scale, the United States Geological Survey reported.
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An earthquake about nine miles southeast of the Gardnerville Ranchos was felt as far away as Carson City on Tuesday afternoon. The earthquake that happened at about 2:45 p.m. registered 3.7 on the Richter Scale, the United States Geological Survey reported.
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Emotions have great purpose. Each one comes to visit with information for our greater good. Anger asks for closer attention to be paid and boundaries to be made. Fear means we are approaching a limit and further exploration needs to take place to find if this limit serves or must be broken for growth and freedom. Joy is a smiling …

A realistic replica of a snub-nosed .38 revolver was too realistic for a North Auburn store clerk.The clerk reported to PlacerCounty sheriff’s deputies that he had watched a man place a handgun on the counter as he made a transaction earlier in the day, bought food and then left. Fearful for his safety and the safety of customers, the clerk …

When California voters passed Proposition 64 in November, allowing recreational use of marijuana across the state, it came with the caveat that communities would still have broad discretion to set local regulations.In Roseville, and Placer County in general, this means a fairly limited set of options for people who want to use marijuana. On May 25, the Roseville Planning Commission …

When California voters passed Proposition 64 in November, allowing recreational use of marijuana across the state, it came with the caveat that communities would still have broad discretion to set local regulations.In Roseville, and Placer County in general, this means a fairly limited set of options for people who want to use marijuana. On May 25, the Roseville Planning Commission …

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Police in three California counties are testing what amounts to a breathalyzer for drug users — a device that some authorities and lawmakers said Wednesday is desperately needed now that voters have legalized recreational marijuana in the state.When legalization takes full effect next year, California will become the world’s largest market for pot.Yet California is among the …

The new state bureau on medical marijuana has released licensing proposals and wants public feedback.The Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation said Monday that its proposed licensing regulations for medical cannabis have been posted and the 45-day public comment period is now underway. The proposed regulations stem from countless hours of research, stakeholder outreach, informational sessions and meetings across the state, …

The new state bureau on medical marijuana has released licensing proposals and wants public feedback.The Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation said Monday that its proposed licensing regulations for medical cannabis have been posted and the 45-day public comment period is now underway. The proposed regulations stem from countless hours of research, stakeholder outreach, informational sessions and meetings across the state, …

Published 5:06 pm, Wednesday, May 10, 2017 Image 1of/1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 This undated handout photo provided by the Placer County Sheriff’s Department shows Brandon Rotolo. Rotolo, 24, has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of marijuana and vehicular manslaughter after he allegedly struck and killed a motorist changing a flat tire along Interstate 80 …

DEVELOPING STORY — This story will be updated as new information becomes available. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Police in three California counties are testing what amounts to a breathalyzer for drug users — a device that some authorities and lawmakers said Wednesday is desperately needed now that voters have legalized recreational marijuana in the state. When legalization takes full effect next …